Swiss Star Catherine Debrunner Adds Another Feather to Her Cap at IndianOil New Delhi 2025 World Para Athletics Championships
New Delhi, September 29: Catherine Debrunner is a star para-athlete, and she has perfectly lived up to her reputation at the IndianOil New Delhi 2025 World Para Athletics Championships on Sunday. In the women’s 5000m T54 Final at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, the Swiss added another gold to an already very illustrious career.
Outstanding Career Achievements
Debrunner does not need any introduction, and her accomplishment has not come as a surprise to anyone. She was the most successful para-athlete at the Paris Games last year with five gold and one silver. Prior to her gold on Sunday, she had also won 5 gold and three silver in the World Championships.
Thoughts on India Experience
“It’s my first time in India and I must say it has been a totally different culture and country than I am used to otherwise. It’s definitely a very different experience.”
The 30-year-old shared her thoughts on her India experience after winning her gold in 12:18:29 ahead of Chinese Tian Yajuan and fellow Swiss Patricia Eachus.
Impression of the Championship and Stadium
“The newly-laid Mondo track, it takes a while before they get really quick. Nevertheless, it’s been a decent track. It’s a really good stadium. Thank you very much for welcoming us here.”
The championship boasts the brand-new Mondo Track. Debrunner gave her honest assessment of the track besides praising the iconic stadium.
Journey from Childhood to Legend
Debrunner started her journey very young and over the years she has become a legend in the para games. In 2023, she won the award of “Laureus World Sportsperson of the Year with a Disability.”
“I started when I was eight. It’s been a really long journey. I am really grateful for all the experiences that I have experienced. I have met a lot of amazing people, athletes, and some of them I have known 20 years now and seeing all of us growing not just as an athlete but also as a person, it’s been just amazing. And I am happy to be part of this community of ours. It’s my passion and live my passion every day is the nicest thing I can imagine.”
About IndianOil New Delhi 2025 World Para Athletics Championships
The IndianOil New Delhi 2025 World Para Athletics Championships, held from September 27 to October 5, brings together more than 2,200 para-athletes from 104 countries at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. Featuring 186 medal events, it is the largest Para-Athletics meet in Indian history and serves as a key qualifier for the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympics, showcasing India’s commitment to accessibility and sporting excellence.